Hi guys, I've searched around a bit but am a little confused is it possible to downgrade from 98.18.94? I'm new to this phone but know my way around Android and Linux fairly well and can handle adb and fastboot commands. My goal is to Root and install twrp recovery followed by a new Rom. I'm not opposed to reading if I could just get pointed in the right direction. Thanks in advance
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thewraith420 said:
Hi guys, I've searched around a bit but am a little confused is it possible to downgrade from 98.18.94? I'm new to this phone but know my way around Android and Linux fairly well and can handle adb and fastboot commands. My goal is to Root and install twrp recovery followed by a new Rom. I'm not opposed to reading if I could just get pointed in the right direction. Thanks in advance
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Call vzw / other options/ cancel contract / ask that they "FRU" you a pre May build phone.
Thanks for the fast response. I take it I'm pretty much sol then... I got the phone from a friend who got their upgrade. I'm just using it on wifi. Version isn't going to want to help me
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Is there any work being done to find a new exploit?
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thewraith420 said:
Is there any work being done to find a new exploit?
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@ the razr hd forum.
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I'm buying a nexus 7 today? Is there a root process for it, and if so, could someone post a link? Also this forum seems to be a bit different so which section would it be posted in? I'm used to the phone forums and its normally posted in original development. Sorry did being a noob to this device. Any help is appreciated.
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I see so many types of root available. Very confusing. I'm buying one from office depot.
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treIII said:
I see so many types of root available. Very confusing. I'm buying one from office depot.
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This thread will get you what you need http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1816048
fastboot oem unlock, fastboot flash a custom recovery, flash either the su binaries or a custom rom using your new recovery, reboot and profit. the method is the same for all nexus devices.
I don't mean to seem ridiculous but isn't there a much simpler method. I'd prefer the easy way out this time of possible. I've done enough with an HTC phone.
I thought they're was a toolkit that made it simple? But I can't find it now.
Oh, and thanks for the responses
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The method outlined is safe, simple and will work on any Nexus device as mentioned. Why not try?
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comminus said:
The method outlined is safe, simple and will work on any Nexus device as mentioned. Why not try?
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I got my son a new laptop. He doesn't want me messing with it. So if I had some small files and deleted them rather than Sdk he'd be happier. Just got to respect his wishes. At least for now..... Will the tool kit work on the new n7 I just purchased and will someone post a url? I can't find it for window 7 64 bit .
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The toolkit will work if you're still on 4.1.2. Once it updated to 4.2.1 I had to download sdk etc etc
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This one claims the latest version works with 4.2.1 but I haven't tried it. I came out after I rooted my n7 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1809195
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treIII said:
I don't mean to seem ridiculous but isn't there a much simpler method. I'd prefer the easy way out this time of possible. I've done enough with an HTC phone.
I thought they're was a toolkit that made it simple? But I can't find it now.
Oh, and thanks for the responses
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simms22 said:
fastboot oem unlock, fastboot flash a custom recovery, flash either the su binaries or a custom rom using your new recovery, reboot and profit. the method is the same for all nexus devices.
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this ^^^^^^ it really cant get much simpler to root a phone, really
if youre worried about the size of the sdk find adb.exe and fastboot.exe and the drivers you need, a quick search will get you all of the above
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this ^^^^^^ it really cant get much simpler to root a phone, really
if youre worried about the size of the sdk find adb.exe and fastboot.exe and the drivers you need, a quick search will get you all of the above
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This ^^. So much, this. I don't even...
treIII said:
So if I had some small files and deleted them rather than Sdk he'd be happier.
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I've added links for drivers and platform tools (contains adb and fastboot) in my signature. That should make things even easier!
Does anybody know? I got my n4 yesterday only unlocked bootloader yet cause i can't root 4.2.2, any advices?
You can root it already. It's a nexus, no need to wait
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Use fasboot to fastboot flash recovery nameofrecovery.img
Then
Flash a SuperSU zip=ROOT FTW
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strapped365 said:
Use fasboot to fastboot flash recovery nameofrecovery.img
Then
Flash a SuperSU zip=ROOT FTW
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To hard they want a one click!
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To hard they want a one click!
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exactly cuz i'm a noob...
paulo111 said:
exactly cuz i'm a noob...
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I would suggest that you search it's been talked about lots
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I sincerely hope that this does not come off as condescending, but even as a complete noob, it isn't that difficult to read up on how to use adb and/or fastboot, and learn how the process works. I'm absolutely a noob. I've never taken a computing class in my life, and my knowledge of programming languages comes from xkcd. But after reading a few of the FAQ/101 threads, and maybe watching a youtube video or two, I've learned so much from the community. And if knowledge for knowledge's own gain isn't good enough, you'll also be much better at troubleshooting and less reliant on others to develop things for you.
So I apologize if this sounds like flaming, but I mean it more as encouragement.
Easier to give him the (this) answer...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1995688
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2015469
Do I need to unlock the boot loader on the s4 to be able to install a custom recovery? Can I just install cwm from the the playstore and flash from the app? My s4 is rooted?
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webbie2 said:
Do I need to unlock the boot loader on the s4 to be able to install a custom recovery? Can I just install cwm from the the playstore and flash from the app? My s4 is rooted?
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Bootloader is locked. Use Loki from the Original Development section to install a custom recovery.
Also use the search funcution on these forums, please. This is a very common question.
Search and read. Everything you've asked has already been answered.
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webbie2 said:
Do I need to unlock the boot loader on the s4 to be able to install a custom recovery? Can I just install cwm from the the playstore and flash from the app? My s4 is rooted?
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DONT DO ANYTHING right now. READ, READ, READ, READ, READ. Next week when you have READ every post in development and original development about bootloader, loki, recovery, and kernels then and only then you should proceed. After you READ feel free to ask questions on things you don't understand.
It is easy to tell when some one has read and does not understand vs when some one is to lazy to even read.
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webbie2 said:
Do I need to unlock the boot loader on the s4 to be able to install a custom recovery? Can I just install cwm from the the playstore and flash from the app? My s4 is rooted?
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Easiest way ive found to add a custom recovery is through the goo.im app. Cant get any easier then that
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DONT DO ANYTHING right now. READ, READ, READ, READ, READ. Next week when you have READ every post in development and original development about bootloader, loki, recovery, and kernels then and only then you should proceed. After you READ feel free to ask questions on things you don't understand.
It is easy to tell when some one has read and does not understand vs when some one is to lazy to even read.
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Thank you for your words of wisdom. It's always great to get such positive feed back. I have rooted and rom'ed a whole bunch of phones and unlocked boot loaders etc. I'm just a little nervous to do it to my brand new phone and I was just looking for a little guidance. Im glad that you took the time to rip me apart for making one post instead of pushing me in the right direction. It take more time to write a negative response than to just link me I guess. I will READ, READ, READ, and READ before I ever post again.
webbie2 said:
Thank you for your words of wisdom. It's always great to get such positive feed back. I have rooted and rom'ed a whole bunch of phones and unlocked boot loaders etc. I'm just a little nervous to do it to my brand new phone and I was just looking for a little guidance. Im glad that you took the time to rip me apart for making one post instead of pushing me in the right direction. It take more time to write a negative response than to just link me I guess. I will READ, READ, READ, and READ before I ever post again.
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Good, you'll be following rule #1.
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He is right though. Just because you have done it before on other devices does NLRB mean you know what your doing know this device. Each Android device you get will even some differently when it come to boot loaders, root and flashing roms. He is just trying to help save you from getting bricked and then being stuck with no warranty.
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I have a at&t i337 s4 with android 4.3 mk2 & I need to root it so I can get my safestrap going for my custom rom of choice..I lost root & last time I was running 4.2.2 & used kingo root..I tried that today but it was only good up to 4.2.2 not 4.3 from what I gathered..so whats the quickest easiest way for me to root now? I've done some research but found alot of confusing & conflicting results so thought I'd just ask here on xda where I've never been done wrong..thanks
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Hodgesdroid said:
I have a at&t i337 s4 with android 4.3 mk2 & I need to root it so I can get my safestrap going for my custom rom of choice..I lost root & last time I was running 4.2.2 & used kingo root..I tried that today but it was only good up to 4.2.2 not 4.3 from what I gathered..so whats the quickest easiest way for me to root now? I've done some research but found alot of confusing & conflicting results so thought I'd just ask here on xda where I've never been done wrong..thanks
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Look what I found with a little search...http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2616221
Everything you need all in one package.
Be sure to thank the op of each thread that helps you, hell, why not thank them all?
Good luck.
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Look what I found with a little search...http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2616221
Everything you need all in one package.
Be sure to thank the op of each thread that helps you, hell, why not thank them all?
Good luck.
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what's this "search" thing you speak of? such a foreign concept to everyone apparently.
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what's this "search" thing you speak of? such a foreign concept to everyone apparently.
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Certainly seems that way.
XDA is here to help right ?
We all need to help are selves by reading/searching before posting extra threads about the most simple tasks in the "General Section"
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Already searched..already seen that post..all 32 pages of confusion..guess I will have to move on from xda if its just going to be full of smartass comments instead of real help..thanks for nothing..
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Already searched..already seen that post..all 32 pages of confusion..guess I will have to move on from xda if its just going to be full of smartass comments instead of real help..thanks for nothing..
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We are trying to push you to do for yourself and learn wile doing so,most of us have been in your position a time or two and have had our uncomprehending questions but pulled through the negative to achieve the goals we want.Saferoot is the option you have with no risks to your phone or computer. Check my profile and see my stupid questions I've had in the past if it can make you feel better.ADB is not that bad if set up correctly.everything you search will bring you back to XDA so I will say good luck and you can do it
http://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=uii_mYm8IGE&desktop_uri=/watch?v=uii_mYm8IGE&feature=y http://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=...top_uri=/watch?v=uii_mYm8IGE&feature=youtu.be outu.be
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Thank you jBall..I really appreciate it as i am a total newb..I dont think i even have a dozen posts here on xda..32 pages of info with my ADD problem can be a little overwhelming... thats all I needed was a little help without the aditude..thanks..joe
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Thank you jBall..I really appreciate it as i am a total newb..I dont think i even have a dozen posts here on xda..32 pages of info with my ADD problem can be a little overwhelming... thats all I needed was a little help without the aditude..thanks..joe
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I'm going to try to help you out bud so look in your private messages
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use vroot i found that the easiest. just download it and plug in your phone and it will root it and you are done
Kingo, don't have switch to supersu afterward.vroot works but have to switch to supersu for english
Does anyone know if its possible to get ubuntu touch working on the new bootloader? If i cant is there anyone who would help me port it ( im new to porting and building roms but willing to learn) ?
I couldn't even get the old one to boot... Every time I tried I had to rsd back and start over as restoring a back up failed... timpohladthomas is a good man he tried teaching me how to build there for a while till my olé lady got tired of me fooling with it you may be to see if he can toss a little advice your way if he's not busy
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thanks i'll send him a pm and see what i can. hopefully at some point ubuntu touch or another os with be able to run on this phone
This might get you started: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Touch/Devices/xt907 .
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RikRong said:
This might get you started: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Touch/Devices/xt907 .
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thanks ive tried looking there but im so new to this it doesnt make much sense...within time ill figure it out tho.
You (you may be able to but this was the advise given to me) can't build on windows duel boot your PC with Ubuntu read over this a few times... this tells you were to grab the files from...I barely scratched the surface of building I'm sorry I can't offer much help I wish I was allowed to tinker
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I dual booted unubutu for awhile but I had a few issues with speed but I'll check it out again and also try a few Ubuntu based distros again